Aretha Louise Franklin (born March 25, 1942) is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Although known for her soul recordings and referred to as the Queen of Soul, Franklin is also adept at jazz, blues, R&B, gospel music, and rock.
Chain of Fools x Aretha Franklin 🎶
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I wanted to sing like Aretha Franklin. Before her I wanted the technical ability of Ella Fitzgerald. Lena Horne
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Listenin' to this song which covered by Shena Malsiana. I have no idea… ♫ A Natural Woman by Aretha Franklin — t.co/RnDyV29HIW
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Listening to a little Respect by Aretha Franklin before we start are Civil Rights Leaders Comparison Activity. t.co/Po5YWKxIG5
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